2022 Millton Te Arai Vineyard Chenin Blanc

Arguably New Zealand's premier Chenin Blanc, and a powerful one at that.
4.6
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
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The 2022 Millton Te Arai Vineyard Chenin Blanc is a stellar example of what New Zealand Chenin can achieve in the hands of passionate and skilled winemakers. Farmed biodynamically in Gisborne, the grapes are hand-harvested across four careful selections to capture peak ripeness and quality.

After a slow and gentle pressing, the juice is fermented and matured in a mix of large oak barrels and stainless steel tanks, allowing the wine to develop complexity while keeping the focus on the fruit. The result is a rich yet refreshing Chenin Blanc that reflects both the variety’s potential and the Millton family's meticulous approach.

With every vintage, the Milltons aim to set a global benchmark for Chenin Blanc, and this wine delivers with its layered texture, vibrant acidity, and subtle complexity. Perfect for now or cellaring, it’s a must-try for those seeking something truly special.

Customer Reviews

4.6
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
Based on 5 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 3 Total 4 star reviews: 2 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 0
5 reviews
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    Samira C.
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    5 months ago
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    2021 Millton Te Arai Vineyard Chenin Blanc
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    Very nice

    Delicious, easy drinking and impressive for its price point

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    Seth T.
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    10 months ago
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    2021 Millton Te Arai Vineyard Chenin Blanc
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    A white for all occasions

    Green apple, pear, lemon lime and a mineral backbone adding some nice texture. This would go with just about anything and great white to drink on it's own.

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    Georgia K.
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    2 years ago
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    2021 Millton Te Arai Vineyard Chenin Blanc
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    Pretty good

    This was my first experience trying Chenin Blanc and it was an enjoyable bottle. I’ll definitely be trying this variety again but am keen to try other wineries.

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Over the years our determination to produce one of the world’s best wines from this variety is a seasonal challenge and a bottled fantasy. In 2022 we did four selections from the vineyard of hand-harvested the grapes. On the crush pad, the stems are discarded as these grapes give up their juice very easily during the long slow press cycle. The juice is collected together and allowed to settle for only a short time as we wish to keep the fine sediments, for it is here that all the nutrients lie which satisfy a well-behaved fermentation. The fermentation and maturation take place in demi-muids (large 600-litre oak barrels) and stainless steel tanks. The wine matures in these vessels over time, and without the obtrusion of oak tannins, which would otherwise disrespect the subtle fruit aromas.

Price Bracket $31 to $40
Type White
Body Medium Bodied
Variety Chenin Blanc
Country New Zealand
Region Gisborne
Feature Biodynamic
Organic
Vegan
Women in Wine
Alcohol 12%
Size 750ml
Vintage 2022
Closure Screw Cap

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